Wilyakali Aboriginal Corporation

Aboriginal Wooden Stands

Decorate your plaque and write a personal message in the middle – perfect for an Acknowledgement of Country or a keepsake from the Bash.

• Features pre-printed artwork by Indigenous Artist Kerri-Ann Taggart.

Kerri-Ann’s Inspiration:

“The Rainbow Serpent travels across the land, carving out rivers and stopping to make billabongs and waterholes. Different mobs have their own version of this story — the mirrored design reflects that. The Wilyakali people believe the snake (thurru) created the rivers, waterholes, and creeks that run through Wilyakali Country.”

Animal Key Rings

Children and adults can decorate their own Aboriginal-designed key rings – a fun, creative keepsake that celebrates your time on Wilyakali Country.

Aboriginal-Designed Laser-Etched Boomerangs

Beautifully etched boomerangs designed by Kerri-Ann Taggart, featuring iconic Australian animals — birds, reptiles, and mammals — framed by Aboriginal patterns.

• Learn the meaning of traditional and contemporary boomerang designs by chatting with local Wilyakali and other Aboriginal artists.

• Create your own artwork on plain large wooden boomerangs, also designed by Kerri-Ann.

Kerri-Ann’s Inspiration:

“I chose iconic animals of Australia while showing their diversity. The patterns around them come from Aboriginal culture, which encapsulates them — as they are part of the culture.”

Scratch Boards

Try your hand at etching — a skill Aboriginal people have practised for thousands of years, seen in rock art across Wilyakali Country.

• Artwork designs by Aboriginal Artist Belle Leonard, including:

  • Boomerangs – etched with designs tied to hunting stories and traditions.

  • Magpies – symbolising loyalty and fierce protection of home and family.

  • Community – representing the connections between people, like a winding path or spider’s web.

  • Crab – curious and resourceful, searching through rocks and sand for food.

Bracelets & Keychains

Create a bracelet or keychain after identifying whose Aboriginal Country you live on — one of the simplest and most respectful ways to acknowledge Aboriginal Peoples.

• Inspired by traditional weaving and fine motor skills used by Aboriginal women to create headwear, message sticks, and jewellery from natural materials.

• These modern versions use rubber beads and letter charms to reflect your connection to Country.

Cultural Acknowledgement:
CleverPatch™ recommends working with local Aboriginal Communities when planning cultural activities. Any art-making that mirrors Aboriginal cultural experiences should be done in consultation with the rightful custodians. Some materials may include historical terminology or views that reflect their time and are not necessarily the views of CleverPatch.